Network Architect

Bangalore,
Karnataka

Job Description

Minimum 6 -10 years of experience in Network domain
Minimum of 5 years of progressive Network architecture and monitoring experience; preferably within a within a large global organization.
Knowledge in VOIP would be an added advantage
The candidate must be up-to-speed with current and emerging infrastructure technology including, MPLS, Unified Communications, Virtualization, Cloud Computing, SDN, in order to significantly contribute to engineering cross disciplinary solutions meeting Infrastructure and Line of Business requirements.
Experience designing and implementing robust architecture and reference architectures.
Detailed understanding of network, Infrastructure and application design concepts.
Previous experience implementing and designing Network preferred.
CCIE/JNCIE preferred.
Experience managing in a complex matrix organization, will need to coordinate and partner across Cognizant groups, geographic regions and other Lines of Business, while driving a specific Network agenda.
Comfort working at all levels of seniority, both within the Cognizant organization or other client institutions, industries or Partners, Vendors etc.
Understanding of network design principles with and solid knowledge of the MPLS, VPLS, Overlay Architecture, BGP,OSPF, WAN Optimization, OSI model.
Understanding of network design principles with and solid knowledge of the Switching & Wireless technology.
Understanding of network design principles with and solid knowledge of the Network security, firewall, IPSec, VPN, IPS, DLP etc.
Knowledge of VOIP/UC would be added advantage
Network or Platform certification (CCIE, JNCIE, N+, CCNP, CNA).
Ability to think strategically; work with a sense of urgency and pay attention to detail.
Ability to present complex solutions and methods to a general community.
Must be reliable and adaptable.
Excellent written and verbal communication and organizational skills.
Outstanding work ethic.
Strong team player that collaborates well with others to solve problems and actively incorporate input from various sources.
Experience with working on global teams across time zones, cultures and languages.
Demonstrable strong leadership skills.

Company Description

Iqura’s staffing division was started in 2000 focused on the recruitment, staffing, human...resources and related services. It provides quality solutions to both traditional and technology businesses. Over the last ten years, we have established an excellent track record of delivery for our customers demanding staffing needs. Iqura commits to represent our clients through their entire recruitment process ensuring that we work towards meeting your internal targets. At Iqura we believe that with a focused and dedicated team for each client, we are able to cater to their needs far more effectively, with the ability to provide a superior service that is in sync to our clients’ requirements. This practice ensures that we maintain a better conversion ratio on our candidate submission to candidates placed. It's all about the quality of our team, the processes that we follow and our willingness to do whatever it takes. Our clients rely on our trust, experience and expertise, along with our willingness to work closely as an extended arm of your recruitment team. Iqura Technologies started in 1998, having offices at Bangalore, Los Angeles and Sydney is an established technology services firm focused on the Outsourced Product Development and Enterprise Application Development segments. Read full description